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FIRST MINISTER John Swinney has backed calls for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow to pay fitting tribute to Scottish sporting legend Sir Chris Hoy. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

HEALTH SECRETARY Neil Gray has hit back at suggestions that a scaled-back Commonwealth Games would amount to a 'pound shop' competition after the Scottish Government yesterday confirmed their support for Glasgow's 2026 bid. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

HEALTH SECRETARY Neil Gray has hit back at suggestions that a scaled-back Commonwealth Games would amount to a 'pound shop' competition after the Scottish Government yesterday confirmed their support for Glasgow's 2026 bid. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

COMMONWEALTH Games Australia have offered a surprise multi-million pound boost to Glasgow's bid to host the 2026 Games in an attempt to alleviate concerns over financial and reputational risk. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

COMMONWEALTH Games Australia have offered a surprise multi-million pound boost to Glasgow's bid to host the 2026 Games in an attempt to alleviate concerns over financial and reputational risk. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

WORLD Athletics' landmark decision to award prize money to gold medallists at this summer's Olympics has sparked accusations of 'inequality' following confirmation that para athletes will not be offered the same. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

THERE are times when we hear something so shocking it literally takes our breath away; a sucker punch that spirals immediately into a sense of shock and foreboding. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

THE UK Government have turned down a request from their Scottish counterparts to fully underwrite the cost of Glasgow hosting the Commonwealth Games in 2026. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

HIGH up above Montalegre, a warm winter light is cascading softly over the hills; a blistering orange which tantalises and teases in equal measure. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

THE head of Commonwealth Games Scotland has claimed there will be 'no risk' to either the Scottish or UK Governments in staging another Games in Glasgow in 2026. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

THERE are growing concerns that the bid for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow could be scrapped completely following a row over money. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

THERE are growing concerns that the bid for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow could be scrapped completely following a row over money. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

FIRST Minister John Swinney has warned the Scottish Government will not commit any public funds to support a bid for the Commonwealth Games as negotiations continue over a possible return to Glasgow in 2026. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

FIRST Minister John Swinney has warned the Scottish Government will not commit any public funds to support a bid for the Commonwealth Games as negotiations continue over a possible return to Glasgow in 2026. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

A PROPOSED community sports facility, viewed as a 'legacy' from the careers of Andy and Jamie Murray, has been ditched after planning delays and spiralling costs led to it becoming 'unviable'. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

SOMEWHERE, between the agony and ecstasy, lies the true value of sport. It is a subtle but important cog in the wheel of fortune; an ever-present power that drives and motivates. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

SOMEWHERE, between the agony and ecstasy, lies the true value of sport. It is a subtle but important cog in the wheel of fortune; an ever-present power that drives and motivates. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

THE first thing you notice is the silence. A soft breeze caresses the air as mechanics and drivers wander calmly through the paddock. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

SCOTLAND defence coach Steve Tandy is relishing the prospect of seeing Darcy Graham return to the international fold for the first time in 13 months in Saturday's opening Test against Fiji. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

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SCOTLAND captain Rachel Malcolm believes her side can 'solidify' their status as the country's 'best ever', should they defeat Australia in the WXV2 title-decider this weekend. Scotland go into the crunch match with two wins from two, having beaten Italy and Japan in their campaign so far. A victory over the Wallaroos would see Scotland repeat their heroics of last season, when they lifted the inaugural trophy — following wins over South Africa, the USA and Japan. Malcolm, who earned her 50th cap for the Scots in the tournament opener against the Italians, said retaining the title would mean 'a huge amount', as they look to assert themselves as one of the world's top five. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

ROBERT MacINTYRE is relishing the opportunity to play alongside his father at this week's Dunhill Links Championship, the event where he first realised he had what it took to become a professional golfer. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

THE CEO of Bowls Scotland has warned that the sport could be permanently damaged if it's excluded from Glasgow 2026. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

JOHN JEFFREY has condemned a campaign against him driven by 'pettiness and bitterness' within Scottish rugby, after resigning from World Rugby and abandoning his bid to become the next chairman. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

THE chair of 'Commonwealth Games Scotland says he's confident Glasgow 2026 will be ahuge success after admitting it's 'inevitable' his reputation will be at stake if they fail to deliver . [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

TH E c h a i r o 'Commonwealth Games Scotland says he's confident Glasgow 2026 will be ahuge success after admitting it's 'inevitable' his reputation will be at stake if they fail to deliver . [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

THERE may be a time, in years to come, when we look back at our failure to capitalise on ambition and regret our slow decline into stuttering indifference. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

JUDY Murray has launched a verbal attack on Scottish sporting authorities over the shelving of plans for a major national tennis centre - accusing them of 'apathy and a lack of ambition'. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

ONE of the showpiece events of Glasgow's World Cycling Championships was brought to a shuddering halt yesterday after eco-warriors glued themselves to the road. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

INVERNESS CALEY THISTLE legend Barry Wilson has hit out at plans to move the club's training base over 130 miles away to Fife — citing concerns over their connection to fans and association with the local community. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

SHARRON DAVIES last night led the tributes to Olympic champion swimmer David Wilkie after the iconic Scot lost his battle with cancer aged 70. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

THE sun was descending rapidly around the skies of Rio as Neil Fachie was returning to his accommodation from the velodrome. Alongside him were his wife and fellow competitor Lora and cycling team-mate Corrine Hall. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

THERE are few of us in life who can attest to 'pinch me' moments when driving into work. Sulekha Varma is definitely among that lucky contingent. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

THIS is not a story about football. But it is a tale which is inextricably linked to the life of a footballing family. A story of grief and pain which, finally, has hope. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

SCOTTISH RUGBY chairman John McGuigan has given a withering assessment of Scotland's Six Nations performance but has backed Gregor Townsend to continue as head coach. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

CRICKET Scotland are under scrutiny again after a new report highlighted serious concerns about the governing body's culture and attitudes towards women. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

DISAPPOINTMENT lingered in the air as Scotland's wounded faced up to the media on Saturday evening. Heads were bowed and voices quiet amid the thick walls of the Stadio Olimpico. Scotland had just been pounded into submission and the shock was setting in. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

THE family of Rufus McLean's victim, Cara Haston, have revealed their daughter is still being abused by 'members of the rugby community' ? and have questioned the SRU's handling of the affair. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

THE family of Rufus McLean's victim, Cara Haston, have revealed their daughter is still being abused by 'members of the rugby community' ? and have questioned the SRU's handling of the affair. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

FIRST MINISTER John Swinney says he's open to discussions on another Judy Murray-inspired sports centre after plans to develop the £20million Park of Keir were shelved earlier this week. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

FIRST MINISTER John Swinney says he's open to discussions on another Judy Murray-inspired sports centre after plans to develop the £20million Park of Keir were shelved earlier this week. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

MARK PETCHEY has slammed the lack of ambition shown by Scottish authorities after plans for Judy Murray's community tennis centre were shelved due to spiralling costs, 'protracted discussions' and delays over planning. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

THERE is something profoundly moving about standing in a place where sporting history has been made. Be it at Wimbledon, the Stadio Olimpico, Madison Square Garden, Lord's, the Nou Camp... visit any of these hallowed grounds and the echoes of defeat and historic triumphs are ever-present. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

THE head of PFA Scotland has called for a review of the medical provision at all professional football matches after a female player was forced to endure a three-hour wait for an ambulance at a game on Sunday. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

DAME Katherine Grainger has played down concerns over a reduction in GB golds at the Paris Olympics, insisting the 'range of medals' was the key priority. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

AN agreement is yet to be reached on who will host the 2026 Commonwealth Games, despite speculation that a deal had been agreed with Glasgow. Mail Sport understands that talks are continuing between Commonwealth Games Scotland and the Commonwealth Games Federation, but that a final decision has not yet been made and no announcement is imminent. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]